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6500 Risk Management
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board that enterprise risk management (ERM) contributes to effective stewardship of public resources, administration of daily operations, and attainment of the district’s strategic objectives. The Seattle School Board is therefore is committed to ensuring an enterprise risk management approach in its daily operations and activities. Because risk […]
View6501 Data Privacy
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board that District employees and other authorized individuals are responsible for maintaining an environment where student, parent/guardian, volunteer, and employee information, data, and/or records are protected. Data and/or records means any personally identifiable information collected or maintained for district purposes, including in whatever form it is communicated […]
View6511 Staff Safety
The School Board believes that our employees are our most valuable resource and that protection of employee safety and health is essential to achieving the district’s objectives. Therefore, the Board authorizes the Superintendent to develop and enforce an Accident Prevention Program and other safety and health programs as required to ensure the district remains in […]
View6530 Insurance
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board that the district’s resources (financial, property and employees) should be adequately protected through insurance or self-insurance programs. The amount and terms of such insurance protection will be reviewed annually as part of the district's risk management program. Liability Insurance The district will maintain sufficient liability insurance […]
View6540 School District’s Responsibility for Privately-owned Property
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board that the district will not assume responsibility for the maintenance, repair or replacement of any privately-owned property brought to a school or district function unless the use or presence of such property has been specifically requested or authorized, in writing, by the administration for use in […]
View6550 Internal Audit
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board that the District shall establish and maintain an Office of Internal Audit to provide independent and objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the District's operations. An internal audit function provides significant value to the District by serving as an unbiased resource […]
View6600 Student Transportation
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board to provide transportation for eligible students, as determined by the Board-adopted Transportation Service Standards. The Board-adopted Transportation Service Standards shall be reviewed annually for implementation at the start of the next school year. The district's transportation program will comply in all ways with state law and […]
View6620 Special Transportation
It is the policy of the School Board that the following uses of district transportation are a privilege, not a right, and, except where bound by the terms of a lease, the district may revoke that privilege through official Board action at a regularly scheduled meeting. The Superintendent or his or her designee will have […]
View6625 Private Vehicle Transportation
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board to authorize the use of private vehicles under the following circumstances: Under unusual circumstances, the district may request parents, or a responsible adult, to drive children to school in their own vehicles on a per-mile cost reimbursable basis. The transportation department determines when "in-lieu" transportation would […]
View6640 District Owned Vehicles
The district may provide for the necessary transportation and expenses that are incurred in the course of performing services for the district, whether within or outside the district. All such vehicles will be properly marked with letters of contrasting color at least 1-1/4" in height in a conspicuous place on both sides of the vehicle. […]
View6650 Adults/Non Students on Buses
It is the policy of the School Board that the district may authorize bus transportation to adults, provided they meet the following conditions: They are school district employees, contractor carrier personnel, parents/guardians of district students, or other authorized personnel. They use the bus for a specific school-related function or activity, which requires or desires their […]
View6660 Vandalism to Transportation Facilities
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board that, as applicable to pupil transportation, vandalism is the willful or reckless destruction of, damage to, or defacing of the transportation facilities provided for a student. Students caught in the act of, or identified as the perpetrators of, vandalism to all District transportation facilities, including those […]
View6670 Emergency Transportation
Emergency transportation, as defined for student transportation purposes, is the use of taxicabs or other available modes provided for students who must return home, or another designated place from school, as a result of an illness, accident, or family emergency situation. Emergency transportation will be provided for students when parents/guardians, neighbors, friends, relatives, or school […]
View6700 Distribution and Sale of Competitive Foods
Recognizing that schools are uniquely positioned to provide an environment that models and reinforces healthy eating behaviors and acknowledging the strong link between healthy eating and academic success, it is the policy of the Seattle School Board that all food and beverages sold to students on the school campus, during the school day, shall meet […]
View6705 Food Service and Student Nutrition
The Board recognizes that school meal programs help students develop good eating habits and understand and appreciate the kinds of food necessary to maintain good health. Children who eat nutritious meals and snacks are more likely to be healthy, perform better academically, and exhibit fewer behavioral challenges. School meal programs are a critical tool in […]
View6706 Food Service for School and Community Programs
It is the policy of the Board that the district’s Culinary Services Department shall cooperate with school principals to further school programs and community partnerships. The Board recognizes that schools operate as educational facilities first and centers of community activity second. Catering for events or allowing the use of school kitchen facilities by outside groups […]
View6800 Safety Operations and Maintenance of School Property
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board that all buildings, grounds, and equipment shall be maintained and operated in a safe and sanitary manner in accordance with all applicable regulatory codes. Facilities Maintenance The Superintendent or their designee will provide for a program to maintain the district’s physical plant and grounds by way […]
View6801 Capital Assets/Theft-Sensitive Assets
It is the policy of the Board that district administrators be accountable through the performance evaluation process for the stewardship of fixed assets purchased with public monies under the control of the district. Fixed assets are tangible property used in district operations that have a long term usable life. The Superintendent or their designee is […]
View6805 Keys
Introduction The Principal is the manager of the building and is responsible for the overall security of the building. The Director of Facility Operations is responsible for the overseeing of a key control system. The Custodial Services Section of the Facilities Department will provide staffing and technical support to accomplish this responsibility. Although the Director […]
View6807 Self Help Facilities Improvement Projects
The Seattle School Board recognizes the value of Self Help facilities improvement projects and allows and encourages Self Help facilities improvement projects as a means to (1) strengthen school/neighborhood/ community bonds; (2) augment Seattle School District resources; (3) instill pride among students, staff, and families; and (4) foster goodwill within the community. A Self Help […]
View6810 Natural Resources Conservation
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board that the District wisely manage the use of natural resources and maintain programs that support conservation of energy and other natural resources. The goal of this policy is to create and maintain sustainable, healthy school environments through a long-term resource management plan. Seattle Public Schools will […]
View6882 Rental, Lease and Sale of Real Property
Reflect Identified Short-Term, Intermediate-Term and Long-Term Educational Needs: The Facilities Master Plan classifies each property not currently in use for educational purposes as either Inventoried or Non-essential (Surplus), as defined by the current Facilities Master Plan. Inventoried Properties are those that are not currently used, but are being kept for possible future use. Non-essential (Surplus) […]
View6883 School & Instructional Site Closures
SPS Policy 6883: School & Instructional Site Closures School Closure It is the policy of the Seattle School Board that prior to the decision to close any school buildings(s) for instructional purposes the following steps will occur: Development and presentation of the Superintendent’s preliminary recommendation for school closure(s) and publication of analysis of possible effects […]
View6890 State Environmental Policy Act Compliance
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board that the district will comply with the Washington State Environmental Policy Act, RCW 43.21C.120 and the SEPA Rules, Chapter 197-11 of the Washington Administrative Code. The School Board adopts the policy for all projects requiring environmental review. Definitions Except as they may conflict with specific provisions […]
View6895 Pesticide Notification, Posting and Record Keeping
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board, consistent with State regulations, to require posted notification 48 hours prior to application of a pesticide. Notification will be posted at the main entrance to the building. In the event that a pesticide is deemed necessary, the district will make every effort to apply the pesticide […]
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